AI is fast, but speed alone can’t keep your production safe. Here’s why human insight still matters.
AI is evolving fast, and it’s here to stay. But in TV and film production, speed isn’t enough. Generic AI tools can give answers, but they can’t replace the judgment, experience, and nuance that human experts bring to risk management.
“While AI can offer incredible support in risk management, it’s only one piece of the puzzle.
True effectiveness comes from combining advanced technology with the insight, experience, and critical thinking that only human experts can provide.”
THINKING AI CAN HANDLE IT? THINK AGAIN
It might seem easier to let ChatGPT draft your risk assessment, but generic AI misses the details that make your production unique.
TV productions are nuanced. Remote locations, stunts, and high-risk environments demand precision. A generic tool can’t capture your project’s unique details. Hours spent checking, editing, or fixing errors can erase any time saved. And if something goes wrong, would you trust an AI-generated assessment on its own?
We’re not saying AI has no role, it can be a powerful assistant. But you need to know when to rely on AI and when human expertise is essential. Ask yourself: could I spot a missed risk or weak control measure? Could I confidently challenge the output? AI can’t think critically for you.
WHY HUMAN EXPERTISE STILL WINS
AI can help, but only humans can spot nuanced risks, assess weak control measures, and make decisions you can defend
AI can accelerate risk assessments, but it can’t replace lived experience. When using AI tools, consider:
- Industry fit: Is the tool designed for TV and film? Generic systems can only go so far.
- Relevance: Are the outputs structured, clear, and usable, or do they need rewriting?
- Time-saving: If you’re still cutting, pasting, and fixing, it’s not saving you time.
- Trust: Can you confidently rely on the final result?
AI is fast, but it’s not accountable. Final judgment, review, and responsibility still lie with human experts.
THE FUTURE OF RISK MANAGEMENT
The best approach combines AI speed with expert human judgement. Here’s how Secret Compass is making that possible.
AI is rapidly becoming part of how we work – but when it comes to managing risk, especially in unpredictable environments, speed alone isn’t enough. The best tools don’t just automate tasks; they support better thinking.
While AI can offer incredible support in risk management, it’s only one piece of the puzzle. True effectiveness comes from combining advanced technology with the insight, experience, and critical thinking that only human experts can provide. At Secret Compass, we’re developing a new tool that blends the power of AI with the deep knowledge of our expert team, streamlining and enhancing your risk assessments.
Stay tuned for the full launch to see how this approach can transform risk management on your projects.
Louise Watson is Operations Director at Secret Compass. From military logistics to adventure sports, risk management has been part of Louise’s life. Having been with Secret Compass for 5 years, she’s well versed in the challenges facing productions when it comes to safety and risk.
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